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Meaning of Ex-boyfriends

Men who were previously in a romantic relationship but are no longer together.

In simple words: A former boyfriend.

Ex-boyfriends in a sentence

  • She told me funny stories about her ex-boyfriends.
  • Sometimes, ex-boyfriends come back into the picture unexpectedly.
  • Her ex-boyfriends still text her from time to time.
  • It's awkward when you meet your friend’s ex-boyfriends at a party.
  • She has learned a lot from her ex-boyfriends about what she wants in a relationship.

How to use Ex-boyfriends

Used casually, often among friends, to refer to past romantic partners. Typically not used in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

noun + plural

Memory hint

Think of 'ex' as in 'out of the picture' - they are no longer in your life.

Related words

Collocations with Ex-boyfriends

  • talk about ex-boyfriends
  • meet ex-boyfriends
  • forget about ex-boyfriends

Synonyms for Ex-boyfriends

  • former boyfriends
  • past boyfriends
  • previous boyfriends

Opposites of Ex-boyfriends

  • ex-girlfriends
  • current boyfriends
  • new boyfriends

Common mistakes with Ex-boyfriends

  • Using 'ex-boyfriend' incorrectly for multiple past partners; should be 'ex-boyfriends'.
  • Confusing with 'ex' which is more general and can apply to any former partner.
  • Making 'boyfriends' singular when referring to more than one.

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Frequently asked questions about Ex-boyfriends

What does Ex-boyfriends mean?

A former boyfriend.

What is the definition of Ex-boyfriends?

Men who were previously in a romantic relationship but are no longer together.

How do you use Ex-boyfriends in a sentence?

She told me funny stories about her ex-boyfriends.

Can you give another example of Ex-boyfriends?

Sometimes, ex-boyfriends come back into the picture unexpectedly.

What are synonyms for Ex-boyfriends?

Common alternatives include former boyfriends, past boyfriends, previous boyfriends.

What is the opposite of Ex-boyfriends?

Opposite meanings include ex-girlfriends, current boyfriends, new boyfriends.

What words go with Ex-boyfriends?

It commonly pairs with talk about ex-boyfriends, meet ex-boyfriends, forget about ex-boyfriends.

What are common mistakes when using Ex-boyfriends?

Using 'ex-boyfriend' incorrectly for multiple past partners; should be 'ex-boyfriends'. Confusing with 'ex' which is more general and can apply to any former partner. Making 'boyfriends' singular when referring to more than one.

How do you pronounce Ex-boyfriends?

US: //ɛksˈbɔɪfrɛndz//, UK: //ɛksˈbɔɪfrɛndz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Ex-boyfriends formal or informal?

"Ex-boyfriends" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Ex-boyfriends?

Used casually, often among friends, to refer to past romantic partners. Typically not used in formal contexts.